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Feb 10, 2012

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ALSO CALLED: Management of Security Information, Managing IT Security, Management of Security, IT Security Management, Computer Security Management, Security Administration, Managing Security DEFINITION: Defense in depth is the coordinated use of multiple security countermeasures to protect the integrity of the information assets in an enterprise. The strategy is based on the military principle that it is more difficult for an enemy to defeat a complex and multi-layered defense system than to penetrate a single barrier.Defense in depth minimizes the probability that the efforts of malicious hackers … Definition continues below.
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The ROS of Q1 Labs’ QRadar© Security Intelligence Platform sponsored by Q1 Labs WHITE PAPER: IANS conducted a Return on Security (ROS) analysis on Q1 Labs’ product, QRadar© Security Intelligence Platform, interviewed two Q1 Labs customers using QRadar to assess the ROS. The data yielded from the interviews showed substantial benefit to the organizations for the cost, both in money and staff time. Posted: 08 Feb 2012 \| Published: 08 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Log Management \| Network Event Correlation \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security Event Management \| Security Management

Magic Quadrant for Security Information and Event Management sponsored by Q1 Labs WHITE PAPER: In 2011, Q1 Labs continued its rapid growth and became more visible in competitive evaluations. The QRadar appliances can be deployed as all-in-one solutions for smaller environments, or can be horizontally scaled in larger environments using specialized event collection, processing and console appliances. Posted: 08 Feb 2012 \| Published: 08 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Compliance reporting software \| Log Management \| Network Event Correlation \| Security Event Management \| Security Management \| Security Threats

Defining Best Practices for IT Security Within a Cloudy World sponsored by Q1 Labs WHITE PAPER: The rise of cloud computing has been one of the highlights of the last few years. The notion that information technology can be delivered in a highly scalable utility model is generating excitement for both customers and vendors alike. However, there is still a lot of concern regarding security. Posted: 08 Feb 2012 \| Published: 08 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Cloud Security \| Information Security \| Risk Assessment \| Security Event Management \| Security Management

Continuous Monitoring For Government Agencies sponsored by Q1 Labs WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to learn how the QRadar Security Intelligence Platform can help you surpass the new requirements and adopt continuous monitoring without increasing your budget or draining limited resources. Posted: 08 Feb 2012 \| Published: 08 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Government Information Security \| Log Management \| Network Event Correlation \| Network Monitoring \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security Event Management \| Security Management

Understanding Database.com system and data access controls sponsored by Salesforce.com WHITE PAPER: The principle of least privileges is a basic concept that means granting system administrators and users no more privilege that what is necessary to perform their jobs. View this resource for a step-by-step guide on how Database.com enables easy implementation of security policies of least privilege for all types of users. Posted: 08 Feb 2012 \| Published: 08 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Access Control \| Access Rights \| Database Security \| Identity Management \| Security Management \| Security Policies

Exploring New Models for Enterprise IT sponsored by HP and Intel WHITE PAPER: Access this exclusive research report to understand how CFO’s and CIO’s around the world view cloud computing and learn how they are planning to implement this technology into their organization. Learn how you can leverage the cloud to reduce costs, become more responsive to customers, and improve scalability. Posted: 08 Feb 2012 \| Published: 08 Feb 2012 TOPICS: CIOs \| Cloud Computing \| Cloud Management \| Cloud Security \| Data Center Management \| Data Centers \| Security Management

Enhancing Microsoft SharePoint Security sponsored by TITUS WHITE PAPER: This white paper covers three key areas to address in order to secure the SharePoint document repository, and provides recommendations for how SharePoint administrations can enhance SharePoint security and apply security automatically and consistently across the SharePoint repository. Posted: 06 Feb 2012 \| Published: 06 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Content Management \| Content Management Systems \| Security \| Security Management \| SharePoint

Microsoft SharePoint Security: Harness the Power of CLAIMS to Protect Information sponsored by TITUS WHITE PAPER: This white paper explains claims-based identities and their many concepts for more scalable, dynamic security within Microsoft SharePoint. Posted: 06 Feb 2012 \| Published: 06 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Content Management \| Content Management Systems \| Security \| Security Management

Get Compliant and Stay Compliant White Paper sponsored by Sailpoint Technologies WHITE PAPER: Learn how to build a sustainable approach to compliance and improving efficiency. Posted: 03 Feb 2012 \| Published: 03 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Access Control \| Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) \| Identity Management \| Identity Management Software \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security Management

Next-Gen Provisioning: Taking a Fresh Approach to Delivering User Access White Paper sponsored by Sailpoint Technologies WHITE PAPER: This viewpoints paper examines what’s wrong with legacy provisioning and how a more strategic approach is needed. Posted: 03 Feb 2012 \| Published: 03 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Access Control \| Access Control Software \| Identity Management \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security Management \| Security Policies

2011 Cyber Risk Report sponsored by HP Enterprise Security WHITE PAPER: This report offers an in-depth analysis into key vulnerabilities that exist in Web applications today and the attacks that are exploiting those weaknesses. In additon, explore effective mitigation and risk management strategies that will also help address key business objectives including customer privacy concerns, compliance, and more. Posted: 02 Feb 2012 \| Published: 02 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Cross-Site Scripting \| Cybersecurity \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Application Security

Understanding the Reasons Behind Data Loss Disasters sponsored by Websense, Inc. WHITE PAPER: While the importance of establishing the right IT systems and security policies have been expressed time and time again, a quick glance at the news headlines on data disasters reveal that not all organizations have a grasp on data leak protection. View this paper to explore some data loss incidents and the key leassons learned. Posted: 02 Feb 2012 \| Published: 02 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Data Encryption \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Security Audits \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Systems

The McAfee Formula for Network Security Success sponsored by McAfee. WHITE PAPER: In order to effectively protect next-generation networks against today’s rapidly evolving threats, its takes innovative security solutions with sustainable threat coverage. This paper examines the strategy, investments, and innovation of McAfee’s Security Platform and uncovers how it delivers high-performance and high-accuracy intrusion prevention. Posted: 01 Feb 2012 \| Published: 01 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Performance \| Network Security \| Network Security Appliances \| Security Management \| Security Threats

Protect Your Most Critical Data with McAfee Database Security sponsored by McAfee. WHITE PAPER: While databases contain an organisation’s most important information, they are often times the least protected. In this paper, discover how McAfee can help organisations secure mission-critical data stored in databases, while streamlining compliance and maintaining optimum database performance. Posted: 01 Feb 2012 \| Published: 01 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Database Performance Management \| Database Security \| Information Security \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security Management

Protecting the Network Perimeter: Controlling what gets through—into and out of your organization sponsored by McAfee. WHITE PAPER: The traffic allowed to flow through the network perimeter – both good and bad – can determine the success or potential downfall of an organisation. View this paper to explore how McAfee can help protect network perimeters with a solution that enables organisations to easily, effectively, and securely manage traffic flow. Posted: 01 Feb 2012 \| Published: 01 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Firewall Appliances \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Security \| Network Security Appliances \| Network Traffic Management \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management

McAfee Leads Criteria for Next-Generation IPS sponsored by McAfee. WHITE PAPER: Discover how to mitigate today's increasingly sophisticated attacks with next-generation intrusion prevention (IPS). View now to explore how McAfee Network Security Platform 7 and an integrated network security framework can help deliver new levels of protection. Posted: 01 Feb 2012 \| Published: 01 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Security \| Network Security Appliances \| Security Management \| Security Threats

Escalating Targeted Web and Email Attacks sponsored by M86 Security WHITE PAPER: Today's cybercriminals are more dangerous and sophisticated than ever before, launching more targeted attacks for bigger payoffs. And with new emerging technologies, also come new ways of exploitation. In this resource, explore the growing issue of targeted web and email threats and discover a unique approach to mitigating them. Posted: 01 Feb 2012 \| Published: 01 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Email Threats \| Internet Security \| Malware \| Security Management \| Security Threats

M86 Security Labs: Threat Predictions 2012 sponsored by M86 Security WHITE PAPER: The 2011 threat landscape was dominated by three forceful trends – targeted attacks, social media threats and mobile malware. What does 2012 have in store for organizations and users? This report, prepared by experts at M86 Security Labs, explores the top 10 Web and email security predictions for this year. Posted: 01 Feb 2012 \| Published: 01 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Email Security \| Email Threats \| Handheld Device Security \| Internet Security \| Malware \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Social Networking \| Web Application Security

The State of Cloud Based Security - Taking a Cloud-Based Approach to Security Can Improve Protection and Lower Costs sponsored by Webroot Software, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Traditional endpoint solutions are becoming less effective as the threat environment increasingly grows more complex. However, cloud-based security may be the answer, offering an opportunity for improved security, while saving costs. View this paper to explore the current state of cloud-based security, advantages of cloud-based security, and more. Posted: 30 Jan 2012 \| Published: 30 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Endpoint Security \| Handheld Device Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Software as a Service

Back to Basics – SIEM: A Realistic Approach to SIEM Deployments sponsored by Viopoint WHITE PAPER: SIEM technologies can significantly improve an organization's detection posture, but successfully deploying a program can be challenging in today’s evolving landscape, especially in the face of budget and resource constraints. This paper uncovers a realistic approach to effective SIEM implementations and how to avoid stalled projects. Posted: 30 Jan 2012 \| Published: 30 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Information Security \| Log Management \| Network Event Correlation \| Security Event Management \| Security Management \| Security Systems

Protecting Information from Insider Threats sponsored by McAfee. WHITE PAPER: Company insiders have what outsiders don’t – trust and legitimate access. Any malicious insider has the ability to steal sensitive data and sabotage assets quickly, easily, and with greater stealth than an external attacker. In this paper, explore best practices and the security controls necessary to combat insider threat. Posted: 30 Jan 2012 \| Published: 30 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Internal Threats \| Network Event Correlation \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats

Securing the Virtual World sponsored by WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. WHITE PAPER: With the growing need to reduce costs and improve efficiencies and availability of IT resources, organizations have increasingly turned to virtualization. But there are questions around the security within these environments. This paper explores the new security challenges of virtualization and how to overcome them with a layered security approach. Posted: 30 Jan 2012 \| Published: 30 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Integrated Threat Management \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Systems \| Server Virtualization \| Virtualization Security

Vendor Landscape: Unified Threat Management sponsored by WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. WHITE PAPER: When selecting a UTM solution for your business, it’s essential to carefully weigh your options. This resource offers key insight into the UTM market and offers a comprehensive evaluation of 10 leading vendors to help you determine which solution best fits your enterprise’s needs. Posted: 30 Jan 2012 \| Published: 30 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Integrated Threat Management \| Network Security \| Network Security Appliances \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Threats

How to Protect Your Business from the Coming Malware Storm sponsored by Webroot Software Pty Ltd WHITE PAPER: This paper examines the direct correlation between malware and Web evolution and points out the implications of this maturity on today's small and midsize businesses. Determine how SaaS security solutions compare to on-premise alternatives and review key factors to consider when evaluating cloud providers. Posted: 29 Jan 2012 \| Published: 29 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Malware \| Managed Security Services \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Software as a Service \| Web Services

Using Web Security Services to Protect Portable Devices sponsored by Webroot Software Pty Ltd WHITE PAPER: Today’s flexible workforce is becoming a serious security issue, as employees are working from multiple locations with various devices, increasing the risk of exposure. View this paper now to gain a better understanding of the security challenges posed by portable users and devices and how you can address them using cloud-based security solutions. Posted: 29 Jan 2012 \| Published: 29 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Handheld Device Security \| Managed Security Services \| Mobile Device Management \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Software as a Service \| Web Services

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SECURITY MANAGEMENT DEFINITION (continued): … will succeed. A well-designed strategy of this kind can also help system administrators and security personnel identify people who attempt to compromise a computer, server, proprietary network or ISP (Internet service provider). If a hacker gains access to a system, defense in depth minimizes the adverse impact and gives administrators and engineers time to deploy new or updated countermeasures to prevent recurrence.Components of defense in depth include antivirus software, firewalls, anti-spyware programs, hierarchical passwords, intrusion detection and biometric verification. In addition to …
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